Here’s 8 Dog Friendly Beaches in South West England You Have to Visit!

We're all encouraged to holiday at home and when you're a pet owner it can sometimes be the preferred travel option.

As we launch our Pet Friendly Britain campaign, we're here to give you inspiration as you plan your pet friendly getaways. In part 1, we'll explore some of the most dog friendly beaches who will welcome you at any time of year in the South West of England.

1. Perranporth beach in Perranporth, North Cornwall – open all year round.

On the north Cornish coast sits Perranporth beach, with plenty of space and miles of unbroken sandy beaches to stroll along, it's said you can often feel like you're on your own.

Photo Credit: Amy Windsor

Easily accessible from Perranporth village, it's a hot spot for wildlife roaming the sand dunes and a special area of Conservation (the beach was recommended in the Marine Conservation Society Good Beach Guide last year). It's also home to a buried church!

Photo Credit: Mark Price

Dogs are welcome all year round, but must be on a lead during July-September.

2. Prussia Cove Beach near Penzance in West Cornwall – open all year round.

A small and secluded beach also known as Bessy's Cove. Famous as the home of a family of smugglers in the 18th century, it's beauty dates back decades. Named after one of the smugglers who was known as the King of Prussia.

Photo Credit: Philip Male

During periods of low tide the beauty of the small coves of sand and shingle can be seen.

5. Anstey’s Cove near Torquay in Devon - open all year round.

Located close to Torquay, this quiet beach is a must for all crime loving dog lovers. A favourite spot of the renowned writer, Agatha Christie, it's said she often used to visit and take inspiration from the surroundings – in fact a character, or two, were named after this peaceful beach.

Photo Credit: John H

This shingle beach is a sight to behold but access is not for the faint hearted. Access can be gained by following a steep slope and steps, although there is a hand rail to guide.

Photo Credit: Mark Robinson

Once you've visited the beach, your walk needn't end there. You can stroll along the back of the beach in the woodland area where you can watch the local wildlife go about their daily business.

6. Mill Bay beach near Salcombe in Devon - open all year round.

One of eleven all-year round dog friendly beaches in South Devon, Mill Bay beach is about 20 miles from Plymouth. This popular privately owned sandy beach is located on the east bank of Salcombe harbour, at low tide the beach stretches north to East Portlemouth beach.

Photo Credit: Will

With rural surroundings offering additional walks to take in the sea views, beach go-ers, swimmers and wind surfers.

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